Katie Meyer
@katieemeyer4Katie Meyer is a government editor/reporter for Spotlight PA.
Previously, she was WHYY’s political reporter and covered state politics as Harrisburg bureau chief for WITF. She lives in South Philly.
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Police can now shut down your ‘non-life-sustaining’ business, but they’d rather not
State police and other officials now have the power to order “non-life-sustaining” businesses to close. They say so far, they haven’t really had to use it.
5 years ago
Pandemic spotlights Delco’s long-standing health department fight
Delaware County doesn’t have a health department, and Democratic county officials say that’s a problem in the time of coronavirus.
5 years ago
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Wolf administration backtracks on closing laundromats for coronavirus
When Gov. Tom Wolf first issued a new order for businesses to close, laundromats were included. After public feedback, he’s reversing course.
5 years ago
Here’s how Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware say they’re helping laid off workers
As the coronavirus pandemic puts thousands of people out of work, state and federal governments are finding ways to help them survive.
5 years ago
Thousands facing layoffs as Philadelphia Airport slashes service
Thousands of workers have been laid off at the Philadelphia International Airport. Airlines are seeking bailouts amid the coronavirus outbreak.
5 years ago
Bucks special election: Results have not been certified, but GOP claims victory
Sanitizer-toting candidates weren’t the only signs of an atypical special election day in Pennsylvania’s 18th House district.
5 years ago
Judge denies effort to delay Bucks special election due to coronavirus
Tuesday’s special election for a Bucks House seat will go on as scheduled after a judge denied the county’s attempt to stop it because of coronavirus.
5 years ago
A plumber and a funeral director face off in a bellwether special election
The 18th Legislative District is moderate, but trending toward Democrats. So far, Republicans have held onto it, but that could change.
5 years ago
Montco schools, community centers and more to close as coronavirus cases rise in Pa.
Individuals, governments and private organizations in the commonwealth are increasingly taking steps to ward off coronavirus.
5 years ago
Amid coronavirus concerns, Biden celebrates primary wins in Philly
Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders both canceled rallies in Cleveland Tuesday night, hoping to avoid spreading coronavirus. Biden went to Philly instead.
5 years ago
Poor People’s Campaign wants to remind lawmakers about General Assistance
The group argues the strong economy makes it a good time to reinstate the cash assistance program. But the GOP-controlled legislature is wary of increased spending.
5 years ago
Only a fraction of Pa. residents have a Real ID, but PennDOT says that’s OK
People will still be able to use other forms of identification after REAL ID requirements take effect.
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